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Couples, Friends & Solos
From $3,299 - $3,399 /person
5 days
4 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Casual & Casual Plus Hotels
Utah's Arches & Canyonlands Walking & Hiking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
5 days
4 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Casual & Casual Plus Hotels
2024: Apr-May, Sep-Oct














Epic National Parks in the Southwest
Canyons stretched across the Colorado Plateau like an enormous wind-scoured sculpture garden. Soaring sandstone spires tinged in brilliant orange and red. Intricate canyon labyrinths in a million crimson variations. Around every delicate arch, behind each massive monolith, the landscape of this red-rock wonderland invites exploration.
Highlights
- Marvel at nature's magnificent creations—soaring spires, arches, fins and canyons—in a landscape formed by eons of wind and water
- Explore Arches National Park and behold iconic—and aptly named—Delicate Arch, the state symbol of Utah
- Savor vast desert panoramas and views of the Colorado River from the mesa of Dead Horse State Park
- Journey through the Earth's history amid rippling rock layers in Colorado National Monument

Start/End Grand Junction, Colorado
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary

Days 1-2
Follow spectacular trails atop Dead Horse Point, a vast mesa with an incredible view of the Colorado River as it twists through a gooseneck canyon 2,000 feet below you • Marvel at the wilderness and jaw-dropping scenery of Canyonlands National Park, the largest and least developed of Utah's national parks • Explore the Needles, clusters of sandstone spires in the southern end of the park • Chesler Park Overlook offers a vivid panorama of the Needles' red and white layers of Cedar Mesa Sandstone, as well as views of the La Sal Mountains • Wander around the quirky town of Moab or relax by the hotel pool.

Nights 1-2
Find mountain and city views at this modern hotel with an ideal location in Moab. (pool, spa)

Days 3-5
Prepare to be awestruck in Arches National Park, home to the world's greatest concentration of natural sandstone arches • Hike to some of the park's most iconic features, including Double Arch and Delicate Arch • Explore to your heart's content before heading to our rustic riverside hotel • Wind your way up, down and around an adventurous trail leading toward expansive views of the soaring sandstone formations known as Fisher Towers, a series of enormous monoliths • Look for climbers scaling the towers and enjoy sweeping views of Castle Valley, Onion Creek and the Colorado River below • The afternoon is yours to relax poolside or visit the lodge's Moab Film and Western Heritage Museum • Journey to Colorado National Monument, home to 20,500 acres of sandstone monoliths and red-rock canyons • Meander through geologic time on the Monument Canyon Trail.

Nights 3-4
Originally a turn-of-the-century homestead, this comfortable lodge is surrounded by 2,000-foot cliffs and set along the Colorado River. (pool)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
The Southwest's canyon country is vast. As a result, this trip includes a few longer shuttles that allow us to cover the distance between the highlights we visit in Colorado and Utah.
While this trip has an activity level rating of 2–4 based on mileage and elevation gain, some of the terrain can feel more challenging. Be prepared to hike on a variety of trail surfaces, including rugged desert trails with some rocky and sandy sections, sections of slickrock as well as some well-maintained dirt paths. A few sections require the ability to step up and down rock steps that have a higher rise than typical stairs. Your Backroads leaders will be there to lend a helping hand!
Hotels
Adventure-Ready Hotels
Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2
Casual Plus Hotel
Find mountain and city views at this modern hotel with an ideal location in Moab. (pool, spa)

Nights 3-4
Casual Hotel
Originally a turn-of-the-century homestead, this comfortable lodge is surrounded by 2,000-foot cliffs and set along the Colorado River. (pool)
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